Berlin Township Farmers & Hunters Conservation Club

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day to all the Dads

06/17/2026

Due to weather forecasts of less than favorable conditions, this ceremony has been cancelled for today.... We will post an update once a reschedule date has been announced.

This event is open to the public. Please fell free to bring your worn flags that evening to be properly retired. If you can not make it to the ceremony, contact the Boy Scouts of Troop 236, or any of BTCC Trustees to make drop-off arrangements.

06/11/2026

High temperatures can quickly lead to heat-related illnesses. Stay cool by seeking air conditioning or shade, drinking plenty of water, and avoiding strenuous activity during peak heat. Outdoor workers should take frequent breaks, wear lightweight clothing, use sun protection, and monitor for signs of heat exhaustion or heat stroke.

06/10/2026

Do what we/ you(Berlin Heights )do best!
Support your hometown people.

06/07/2026

06/07/2026

Fireflies, often called lightning bugs, are actually soft-bodied beetles. Famous for their bioluminescence, they light up using a highly efficient chemical reaction to attract mates and deter predators. There are over 25 distinct species native to Ohio.



Fireflies will start to become visible in the coming weeks. Firefly (or lightning bug) season in Ohio runs from early June through mid-August, with peak activity occurring around the Fourth of July. For the best views, head out to wooded areas, unmowed meadows, or trails near water on warm, humid evenings (75°+F) between 9:00-10:30 PM, shortly after dusk.



Fireflies are one of the most interesting insects. They are found on every continent besides Antarctica. Firefly light is the most efficient light in the world. Nearly 100% of the chemical energy is released as light. By comparison, an incandescent lightbulb loses 90% of its energy as heat. Their light is produced by a chemical reaction. Oxygen combines with calcium, adenosine triphosphate (ATP), and a chemical called luciferin in the presence of the enzyme luciferase causing an intense light.



Every species has its own distinct flash pattern. Males use this specific light code while flying to broadcast their species identity to females resting in the grass. Females of the Photuris genus mimic the flash patterns of other firefly species. When an unsuspecting male arrives to mate, she eats him instead. Adults live for only a few weeks to two months. Their main focus during this brief time is finding a mate. It is not just adults that glow. Firefly larvae, also known as "glowworms," emit light to warn predators that they taste terrible. Even the eggs of some species flash when tapped.



Firefly populations in Ohio are in decline, with scientists estimating that over a dozen North American species are at risk of extinction. The primary drivers of this fading flicker are habitat loss, the heavy use of pesticides, and light pollution, which disrupts their bioluminescent mating signals.



Remember, they are most active 1-1.5 hours after dusk. Get out and experience their light shows with your family. Where have you seen large groups of fireflies?

06/07/2026

To protect her fawn, the deer mother will spend very little time with it. This is to prevent attracting predators to the fawn’s location. She will leave her fawn in various hiding places for long periods of time, returning several times a day to nurse it. By staying away, the mother is protecting it.
📷 Andrew Beare

05/27/2026

Congratulations Cpl. Robert Hammond (Ret.) ! ! ! And THANK YOU for you Service ! ! !